Circumstances of Disappearance Reuben Lewis was a known dealer of drugs in the south Everett, Washington area. He was last seen on the evening of February 22, 1991 as he was about to make a drug transaction at Mallard Cove Apartments located at 12404 Admiralty Way, Everett.
Ben received a page around 20.00 on the night of February 22, 1991. A friend drove him to Mallard Cove Apartments. Ben went into complex C. After 40 minutes, Ben didn't return so the friend left. He notified Ben's family later that night when Ben didn't turn up anywhere.

He was in possession of false identification in the names of Ben Jarvis and Ruben Kinkaid Blue. At the time of his disappearance, a family member said he was carrying $2,000 in cash.